1985 ZIL 4104 vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1960 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1985 ZIL 4104 | 2009 BMW 316 | |
Make | ZIL | BMW |
Model | 4104 | 316 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7691 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |